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Ian Woodward
Ian Woodward

Ian Woodward

Principal Solicitor Woodward Legal

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About Ian

Ian serves as the managing director of Woodward Legal Pty Ltd, where he leads the provision of specialist legal services in government and planning law. With an extensive background in local government and planning law, Ian has earned the title of Accredited Specialist, a prestigious recognition awarded by the Law Society of NSW, marking his expertise and dedication in this field. As a founder and integral member of the Local Government Lawyers Group of NSW, Ian has significantly influenced the discourse within the legal community. His involvement extends to memberships with the Land & Environment Court Users Group and the Environment Planning Law Association, reflecting his commitment to advancing legal practices in these areas. Ian delivers comprehensive legal services across local government, planning, and environmental law. His robust understanding of the intricate legal frameworks helps clients navigate complex legal challenges.

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Litigation & Disputes

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Experience

Group Manager Legal Services Manager
Group Manager Legal Services Manager
City of Parramatta Council
Jan 2015 - Jun 2023 · 8 years 5 months
Editor - case notes (NSW) for the Local Government Law Journal
Editor - case notes (NSW) for the Local Government Law Journal
Thomson Reuters
Oct 2013 - Jun 2022 · 8 years 8 months
Managing Director - Lawyer
Managing Director - Lawyer
Woodward Legal Pty Ltd
Oct 2012 - Present · 13 years 10 months
Partner
Partner
Storey & Gough Lawyers
Dec 2003 - Nov 2012 · 8 years 11 months
Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor
Hornsby Shire Council
Dec 1998 - Dec 2004 · 6 years
Director
Director
LawSolutions
Dec 1997 - Dec 1999 · 2 years
Partner
Partner
Wilshire Webb,Lawyers
Dec 1980 - Present · 45 years 8 months

Education

LLB, Law
LLB, Law
Macquarie University
1975 - 1979
BA, History,Politics,Law
BA, History,Politics,Law
Macquarie University
1975 - 1979

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Practice Certificate

Name
Ian Ernest Woodward
Date of Admission
1981
Specialisations
Local Government & Planning/Planning & Environment
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NEWCASTLE
CheckLast checked: 15 May 2026•
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

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Litigation & Disputes
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